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Nikolas Badminton

Transform organisations for future readiness with Nikolas Badminton, speaker and strategic foresight expert. Nikolas works with business leaders to navigate technological disruption, AI trends, and scenario planning, delivering insights for NASA, Google, and the United Nations.

Trusted by Walt Disney Company, NASA, Intel, TD Bank Group, Visa, Brookfield, Home Office, McDonald's, Google, United Nations

Nikolas Badminton, Speaker | Futurist & Strategy Expert
Nikolas Badminton

Nikolas Badminton

Toronto, Canada

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Nikolas Badminton's biography

At a glance

  • Chief Futurist at Futurist.com
  • Bestselling author of Facing Our Futures
  • Strategic advisor to Fortune 500 companies and governments
Nikolas Badminton is a leading futurist and strategic foresight expert, guiding business leaders and governments in envisioning and preparing for the future. As Chief Futurist at Futurist.com, he works with global organisations to explore emerging trends, anticipate risks, and design innovative strategies. His expertise spans artificial intelligence, technological disruption, and long-term scenario planning, helping decision-makers navigate uncertainty and create forward-thinking solutions. Over three decades, Nikolas has collaborated with over 450 major organisations, including NASA, Google, Microsoft, the United Nations, and central banks, providing insights that shape policy and industry strategies. His approach blends deep research with practical applications, enabling executives to shift from reactive decision-making to proactive, long-term thinking. He is the author of Facing Our Futures, a bestselling book that challenges conventional business strategies and introduces a framework for futures design. Recognised as a top business book by The Next Big Idea Club and JP Morgan Private Bank, it has become a key resource for leaders seeking to cultivate a futures-oriented mindset. His research and commentary have been featured by leading media outlets such as the BBC, The Atlantic, Fast Company, and Forbes, and he is a regular contributor to television and radio discussions on the impact of emerging technologies. Beyond his advisory work, Nikolas has played a key role in shaping public understanding of the future, from consulting on the Age of AI documentary series to curating events that explore the intersection of technology, society, and business. As a Fellow of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, he continues to contribute to thought leadership in strategic foresight and innovation.

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Topics, sessions and talks

Energy Transitions: Explore Renewable Energy Futures
Nikolas Badminton will delve into the future of renewable energy, highlighting the economic shifts and innovations transforming energy generation, distribution, and consumption. He will discuss how leaders can adopt an energy futurist mindset to anticipate changes in energy independence and sustainability. Attendees will learn about emerging energy ecosystems, including solar, wind, and storage solutions, and witness examples of companies innovating through futures thinking. This session promises to inspire and equip participants for the evolving energy landscape.
Geopolitical Technology Futures - Looking to 2035 and Beyond
Nikolas Badminton will explore the future of geopolitics in his session, "Geopolitical Technology Futures," focusing on 2035 and beyond. He will discuss how emerging technologies like AI, quantum computing, and climate solutions are reshaping global power dynamics and strategic competition. Attendees will learn to adopt a geopolitical futurist mindset, ignite their imagination, and understand the impact of technological innovation on national security and economic growth. This session promises insights into the evolving landscape of global partnerships and resource management.
The A.I. Leader: Create Incredible Productivity, Profit & Growth
Nikolas Badminton, an A.I. leader, explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in enhancing productivity, profit, and growth. He will delve into practical applications of A.I. that can augment workforces and revolutionise industries. Attendees will gain insights into integrating A.I. across organisations, adopting a futurist mindset, and understanding key trends and scenarios. By learning from leading companies, participants will discover how to harness A.I. to elevate their strategic thinking and address significant challenges in today's business landscape.
Facing Our Futures: Looking to 2035 and Beyond
Nikolas Badminton will present an inspiring keynote titled "Facing Our Futures: Looking to 2035 and Beyond," aimed at igniting imaginations and deepening empathy, encouraging attendees to envision bold futures for their industries. Participants will learn to adopt a futurist mindset, explore transformative global megatrends, and anticipate opportunities and challenges in areas like AI, digital transformation, and sustainable practices. Attendees will leave equipped with insights on how to strategically navigate the future.
Supercharge Innovation: Creating a Brave New World
Nikolas Badminton's session, "Supercharge Innovation: Creating a Brave New World," explores how to foster a culture of innovation within organisations to unlock new opportunities and drive growth. He emphasises that innovation is not just about technology but a mindset shift towards problem-solving and envisioning future possibilities. Attendees will learn practical steps to cultivate this culture, fuel new ideas, and apply futures thinking to mitigate risks in the innovation process, ultimately leading to increased revenues and transformative change.

Why we recommend booking Nikolas

Unlock your team's potential with Nikolas Badminton, Chief Futurist at Futurist.com and acclaimed author. His insights empower businesses to navigate uncertainty, fostering innovation and strategic foresight. Book now to transform your organisation's future and cultivate a culture of curiosity.

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Trusted by Walt Disney Company, NASA, Intel, TD Bank Group, Visa, Brookfield, Home Office, McDonald's, Google, United Nations

Testimonials

Nikolas is not just an incredible presenter. He grabs the audience's attention and doesn't let go.

Intel

Nik really knows how to immediately engage and inspire an audience. He not only leaves his audience wanting more but inspires them in a way that energizes the growth mindset and punctuates a WHAT IF mentality.

Walt Disney Company

Nikolas brought provocative point of view on how AI and the new large compute areas (artificial intelligence, spatial etc.) that left the room starting to shift the way they approach future product framing.

Verizon

Featured Projects

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Nikolas Badminton structures sessions around a futures thinking framework drawn from three decades of research across 450+ organisations. He presents emerging trends through scenario planning, using case studies from companies such as NASA, Google, and Microsoft to illustrate how leaders can shift from reactive to proactive decision-making.

What is Nikolas Badminton's speaking style like?
Nikolas Badminton structures sessions around a futures thinking framework drawn from three decades of research across 450+ organisations. He presents emerging trends through scenario planning, using case studies from companies such as NASA, Google, and Microsoft to illustrate how leaders can shift from reactive to proactive decision-making.

Nikolas Badminton structures sessions around a futures thinking framework drawn from three decades of research across 450+ organisations. He presents emerging trends through scenario planning, using case studies from companies such as NASA, Google, and Microsoft to illustrate how leaders can shift from reactive to proactive decision-making.

What topics does Nikolas Badminton specialise in?
Nikolas Badminton's sessions cover renewable energy transitions, geopolitical technology futures to 2035, and AI-driven productivity and organisational growth. He is Chief Futurist at Futurist.com and author of Facing Our Futures, recognised as a top business book by The Next Big Idea Club and JP Morgan Private Bank, with advisory work spanning over 450 organisations including NASA, Google, Microsoft, and the United Nations.

Nikolas Badminton's sessions cover renewable energy transitions, geopolitical technology futures to 2035, and AI-driven productivity and organisational growth. He is Chief Futurist at Futurist.com and author of Facing Our Futures, recognised as a top business book by The Next Big Idea Club and JP Morgan Private Bank, with advisory work spanning over 450 organisations including NASA, Google, Microsoft, and the United Nations.

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